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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Bromeliaceae (Bromeliads) |
| Origin: South America |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Red/Purple Foliage: Yes |
| Flower Color: Orange |
| Bloomtime: Summer/Fall |
| Height: 1-2 feet |
| Width: 3-4 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Summer Dry: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Dyckia 'Jim's Red' - Rosette forming terrestrial bromeliad to 18" wide with spine-margined red strap-shaped leaves (to over 1" wide at base) and tall wands of orange flowers in late summer - this plant blooms later than many other Dyckia that bloom in late spring to early summer. Over time it forms a dense clump up to 2 feet tall. Plant in full sun for best foliage color. Water infrequently. Has sustained temperatures down to 18° F without damage. This plant is probably a named cultivar along the lines of 'Cherry Cola' or 'Port Wine' but until we get it properly identified we are calling it 'Jim's Red' so named for Jim Prine, a Santa Barbara succulent collector from whose garden we dug this beauty.
The information on this page is based on our library and online research as well as observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery garden and in other gardens that we have visited. We have also incorporated comments received from others and always appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have some additional information, in particular if this information is contrary to what we have written or includes additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Dyckia 'Jim's Red'.
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